The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

That morning, Charles found out that Whitney had resigned from the oceanarium three days ago. He never expected to meet her at Athena Restaurant, let alone for her to work as a waitress there.

Whitney nervously adjusted her waitress apron and maintained a submissive demeanor. “My situation… is rather complex.”

Jessamyn soon realized that the trio were acquainted. However, she was still displeased. “Ms. Zendy, this woman appears to be around my age or perhaps even a bit older. Why did you address her as ‘Whitney’ and call me ‘Ms. Cloud’?”

Although the waitress had a pleasant appearance, she seemed too ordinary and couldn’t compare to Jessamyn, the daughter of the prestigious Cloud family.

“I don’t judge people by their looks but by their character. Whitney has a kind heart; she’s like a fairy. And, in my opinion, she’s even prettier than you.”

Jessamyn’s face darkened at once. “Are you implying that she has a good heart while I don’t?”

Zendaya raised an eyebrow and replied, “I never said that. Ms. Cloud, you can’t blame me for making your own inference.”

How dare she compare me to a waitress? I’m the esteemed daughter of the Cloud family! Has Zendaya gone blind?

Despite her annoyance, Jessamyn chose to keep silent as she was aware of Zendaya’s identity.

The girl hopped down from Charles’ arms and ran to Whitney. She grabbed her hand and said, “I went to the oceanarium this morning, but I didn’t see you. Uncle Charles told me you’re going back to your hometown and probably won’t be coming back. I didn’t expect to see you here, Whitney!”

Over the past few years, Whitney had taken special care of Zendaya’s pet dolphin at the oceanarium.

Furthermore, Charles had shared with Zendaya that Whitney had saved her from a potential accident, preventing her from falling into the water when she was just a year old. Since that incident, Zendaya had come to see Whitney as her older sister and a dear friend.

Whitney bent down and patted Zendaya’s head fondly.

“Why are you working as a waitress here? Are you short on money? My mommy and Uncle Charles are very wealthy. You can work for me instead,” Zendaya offered.

chuckled awkwardly in

politely requested, “Ms. Mellor, I’d like to talk to you in

lunch is not yet finished. Wouldn’t it be

your apology. I believe there is no

into his

he departed

could complete her

man had departed without a moment’s hesitation or a single glance back, leaving

effort to release her wrist from Charles’ firm hold. Yet,

the slight discomfort, she couldn’t help but be aware of

stunned, and she experienced

Charles scanned his surroundings, seeking an appropriate location for

private room and instructed the passing staff, “Inform your manager that I’ll be using this private

nodded in understanding but took a second glance at Whitney, who happened to be donning the same uniform as they

on Whitney’s wrist and

had firmly held her wrist. She then settled into one of the

shifted his attention to Whitney and inquired, “You mentioned

merely shook her head. “I declined

you decline it?”

life. However, upon reflection, I realized that there was no one eagerly awaiting my return or concerned about it. Going back wouldn’t hold much significance. Having spent over four years in Chanaea, I’ve developed attachments and hesitations about leaving. I

if you hadn’t shown up, I wouldn’t have pursued the date any further. Moreover, I made

you searching

that you won’t be returning to your hometown anytime soon, you might encounter difficulties with expenses, meals, and accommodation. If you’re open to it, you can come back to the oceanarium and resume your position as the manager.

her apron tightly, and her fingers stirred the edge of the